Outrageous Creamy Linguini
Elevate your pasta night with this Outrageous Creamy Linguini, a luxurious dish that strikes the perfect balance between comfort and sophistication. Featuring tender linguini coated in a velvety Parmesan cream sauce, this recipe combines the rich flavors of garlic, butter, and heavy cream with a refreshing hint of lemon juice and fresh parsley. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish is ideal for busy weeknights or indulgent dinners. The secret to its irresistible creaminess lies in simmering the sauce to perfection while incorporating a touch of pasta water for that silky texture. Garnish with extra Parmesan and parsley for a restaurant-quality presentation. Perfect for fans of creamy pasta recipes or one-pot meals, this dish promises to become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz Linguini pasta
- 4 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves
- 1.5 cups Heavy cream
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 0.5 cup Pasta cooking water
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguini and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the linguini and set aside.
While the pasta cooks, finely mince the garlic cloves and chop the fresh parsley.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat until the butter is fully melted and bubbly.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, making sure it doesn’t burn.
Lower the heat to medium-low and slowly pour in the heavy cream. Stir constantly to combine and heat the cream thoroughly, about 2 minutes.
Gradually add the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring as you go to ensure it melts smoothly into the sauce. Simmer the mixture for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens slightly.
Stir in the salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Add the drained linguini to the skillet, tossing it gently to coat it evenly with the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a few tablespoons of the reserved pasta cooking water at a time until the desired consistency is achieved.
Sprinkle the dish with chopped parsley and toss once more.
Serve immediately while hot, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2619 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 209.9 g | 269% | |
| Saturated Fat | 118.9 g | 594% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 564 mg | 188% | |
| Sodium | 3860 mg | 168% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 111.6 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.0 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.5 g | ||
| Protein | 53.1 g | 106% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 948 mg | 73% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 296 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
